Bozeman, MT
Small-town America, done right. A public school where international students are welcomed into families, not just classrooms.
The real American experience. No filter, no bubble.
Bozeman sits at the gateway to Yellowstone. Students here hike, ski, fish, and camp as part of school life — not as a field trip, but as a way of life.
This isn't a school where international students get lost in the crowd. The community here knows your name, checks in on you, and actually cares how you're doing.
Full immersion in an English-speaking environment — at school, at home, and in daily life. Students leave with fluency that no classroom can replicate.
Pine Valley works with Global Link Advisors through ICESUSA's exchange program infrastructure.
A full academic year living with a vetted American host family while attending Pine Valley as a regular student. SEVIS-compliant, DOS-regulated, and supported by local coordinators.
A one-semester option for students who want the immersion experience without a full-year commitment. Same support infrastructure, same host family quality.
Every Pine Valley placement includes a carefully matched host family screened through Department of State standards. Local coordinators provide on-the-ground support throughout the stay.
A solid public school education with real-world learning woven in.
Agriculture Science, Wildlife Biology, Woodworking, American History, Environmental Studies
Spanish
Basic ESL support through the district, host family English immersion, and peer buddy system for language practice
What international students need to apply to Pine Valley High School through Global Link Advisors.
Beyond the classroom, Pine Valley offers a close-knit community where everyone gets involved.
FFA (Future Farmers of America), Outdoor Club, Student Council, Yearbook Committee, Drama Club, Volunteer Corps
Community theater, school band, photography class, and annual talent show
Football, basketball, wrestling, track & field, cross country, rodeo, and skiing. Strong community support at all home games.
Getting to Pine Valley High School and what to expect when you arrive.
Tell us about your student. We'll let you know if Pine Valley is a fit — and if not, we'll suggest the school that is.